MAN Truck & Bus Preston x John Jackson Bacon

How We Helped John Jackson Bacon Build a Reliable Cold Chain Fleet with Our Freezer Van Conversions 

Overview 

John Jackson Bacon, a North West-based meat wholesaler with over a century of heritage, was facing growing customer demand and needed to expand its refrigerated fleet quickly. By partnering with CoolKit and MAN Truck & Bus Preston, they were able to get a fully compliant freezer van on the road in just four weeks, meaning their business could continue without compromising on product quality.  

“I’m really happy with both MAN Truck & Bus Preston and CoolKit. The fast turnaround meant we could get the van out on the road quickly to maintain our renowned service to customers.”
Stuart Moorhouse, Sales Manager at John Jackson Bacon 

The Background 

Established over 100 years ago, John Jackson Bacon is a wholesaler with over a century of history in offering premium bacon, gammon and other meat products. The company provides the majority of its customer base with at least two deliveries per week, with some opting for daily deliveries. All goods are shipped in the company’s own refrigerated vehicles. 

Faced with growing demand, John Jackson Bacon was looking for a reliable addition to its refrigerated van fleet, with competitive pricing, and turned to MAN Truck & Bus, as the team had two other MAN vehicles and praised both the performance and minimal servicing needs. 

We worked closely with MAN to provide a freezer-converted MAN TGE L2 H2 panel van on a tight schedule during the holiday period.  

“This project reflects what CoolKit is all about—delivering high-quality temperature-controlled conversions quickly and effectively while ensuring customer satisfaction. Our partnership with MAN underscores our commitment to working directly with OEMs that share our vision for innovation and reliability.”
Patrick McKimm, Sales Director at CoolKit 

The Challenge 

John Jackson Bacon needed a van that could handle frequent, multi-drop deliveries of frozen products while meeting strict food hygiene standards. They needed to find a van that had reliable temperature control to preserve products, and that could be integrated easily into their existing MAN fleet. Not only this, but they required a quick turnaround time during peak season.  

As a MAN Preferred Partner, we were ready to step in with a solution that delivered both speed and quality. CoolKit are experienced suppliers of fridge and freezer vans to the food and drink industry. From box vans to electric vans, we understand the unique challenges of this industry, and work with our clients closely to achieve an end result that will leave their business more efficient, compliant, and sustainable.   

The Outcomes 

To meet John Jackson Bacon’s requirements, we delivered a custom solution tailored to their business:  

• 1-Month Turnaround: The van was delivered in record time, with a one-month turnaround between mid-December and mid-January, ensuring John Jackson Bacon could continue its reliable delivery service to independent retailers across the region. 
• Temperature Compliance: The van was converted to meet the precise temperature control that would maintain the safety and quality of the produce in transit. 
• Vehicle Continuity: By choosing another MAN vehicle, the business maintained consistency within the fleet, making things easier for maintenance, too. 
• Efficient Partnership: Our collaboration with MAN Truck & Bus Preston meant seamless coordination and execution for John Jackson Bacon.  

“CoolKit are a MAN Preferred Partner for a reason. From my first conversation with Mark, I was impressed with how reliable and accessible they were. The team did exactly what they promised and the customer was delighted with the final product.”
James Greenaway, Sales Professional at MAN Truck & Bus Preston 

How Can CoolKit Help Your Business? 

If you’d like to see improvements in delivery reliability, compliance, and turnaround time like John Jackson Bacon, it’s time to talk to CoolKit. Our customers choose us for: 

• Custom refrigeration solutions tailored to your business 
• Fast lead times – even in peak seasons 
• Regulatory-certified and fully compliant vans 
• Higher payload capacities that help your business achieve more 

Get a quote now or contact the team by calling 01282 686 049 or using our website live chat.